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Pffffft. Buncha wankers. Any WIS worth his salt doesn't need a search feature!

Due to the fact is "out of stock", Aramar deleted the section with it. http://forums.watchuseek.com/f275/steinhart-aramar-arctic-ocean-802735.html The moment I got it I will post some pictures and initial impressions.

Hi guys I have been playing with some old pocket watch movements and found some guys who make quite inexpensive ss cases that take a 44mm dial/movement. The attached photos are of the first piece that i have nearly finished all that is required is the new dial with the Roman numerals in the right position as this particular movement had a top crown and stem so required a 90 degree rotation. The lady making the dials uses the correct porcelain method and although an unmarked Swiss movement, she is copying this dial and placing the lovely small script of IWC on it which will make it look superb. Labour aside, the total cost of this particular project (dependent on movement cost) will be around $600, however, if you used an old IWC movement or Rolex movement that cost will be significantly higher, but where else are you going to get such a cool wristwatch with a 47mm case and stunning Swiss movement? Best regards AJ

Thought I may as well start one off PAM 359 today for a change

Belated congrats from me Deck!

That watch in the initial pics is a v5 42mm PO. The UPO is the 45mm version. Both are the older, non-ceramic, models. And the pic you posted from TT is the newer 45mm PO with the ceramic insert. I think they're still v1 at the moment, not sure. Can get a bit confusing at times, but such is the nature of the rep game!

Order came in yesterday from Andrew!

It does, but always keep in mind the ultimate goal. Imagine the watch you want, collect pictures and images of that particular build and aim for it. Sometimes you will find really good prices on gen parts that ultimately you won't need(like me for example) If you want a pristine looking watch, sort of like a safe queen, then new, or almost new parts are what you need. The TC parts are good, very good even. If you buy the case kit from TC, crown, tube and all, plus his 93250 bracelet(I suggest the V2/V3 combo pack) then all you need is a gen dial, hands, movement and insert for your franken. If you don't want to go with the gen movement and dial/hands, then buy the TC ETA dial and hands and source a serviced gen ETA and gen insert. TCs 2824 ETA already has the tall cannon stack, which makes the watch look tons more legit. More importantly, set a budget for yourself. An honest one, then add 60% to that and you will have spending money. Patience is key when trying to save cash. Good luck and ask away brother. E

Thanks Deckard To be honest...I wasn't a vintage RLX guy...I always wanted to have the "new" stuff like 116710, 116610, 216570, 116600...but the first vintage I bought (5513 from dutchguy2) injected its vintage bug and I was lost

Panerai for today!

Try Joshua at Puretime. He just found me some parts but make sure you have a Visa card to pay with, The won't accept Mastercard.

Humpday... Haven't worn the BB in a while .

I think you answered tour own question tf get a blue one mate they look great alternatively here's my white one............any V2 is good !

Need two for today 1. Yard work 2. trip into town to PO (Mailing parts to MD2020)

Check a post I did about my method: http://www.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php/just-little-cleaning-135497.html?t=135497 In case you can't read the link, here is it again. Its a very easy process and works great. And yes, go in one direction only taking your time. If the scratches are still there, just repeat the process until they are all gone. The nail file I used has 4 different sides and some you can buy will have a different level of roughness on each side. OK, so I got my 'gently-used' Omega Ploprof last week. Tonight (while the wife was out) I decide to do a little cleaning. I use the wife's nail file to get the job done, so it's a good idea to wait until she's not around. OK, so with 30 minutes, the wife's nail file, my polishing cloth and my camera, here are the results: The clasp 'before' with a few desk marks: Now the 'after' shot, after some buffing with the nail file and polishing cloth: The project table (the kitchen island) another good reason to wait for the wife to be out: So, if you have a few desk marks that bother you, grab your wife's nail file and clean'em up. Dave...